Terms of service.

02.Acceptance & eligibility

These Terms of Service (“Terms“) form a legally binding agreement between you and The Marty & Laura Show, an unincorporated joint venture of Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, JD and Laura Reeves, based in Grants Pass, Oregon, United States (“we,” “us,” or “our“).

By accessing, using, listening to, subscribing to, or purchasing from any of our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Services.

Eligibility

You may use the free portions of our Services (podcast, blog, newsletter signup) regardless of age, with parental supervision where appropriate. However, to make purchases or create an account, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old, or have the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian;
• Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts in your jurisdiction;
• Not be prohibited from using the Services under applicable laws;
• Not be located in a country subject to U.S. embargo or on a U.S. government list of restricted parties.

If you are purchasing on behalf of a child (such as the Color Me Pets coloring book), you represent that you are the child’s parent, legal guardian, or have authorization to make purchases on the child’s behalf.

03.Definitions

Services

Our website (martyandlaurashow.com), podcast, online store, newsletter, blog, and all related content, features, and offerings.

Content

All audio, video, text, images, graphics, designs, code, and other materials made available through the Services.

User

Any person who accesses, listens to, reads, or otherwise uses the Services.

Customer

A User who completes a purchase from our online store.

Account

A registered user account created on our website at checkout.

Order

A purchase of a digital product through our online store.

Hosts

Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, JD and Laura Reeves, the co-hosts of The Marty & Laura Show.

Section headings throughout these Terms are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.

04.Changes to these Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

• We will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page;
• We will increment the version number;
• For material changes, we will provide notice via email (if we have your email) or through a prominent notice on the Services.

Your continued use of the Services after changes take effect constitutes your acceptance. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using the Services.

05.Privacy Policy reference

Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review it to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

06.Accounts & registration

You may use most of our Services without creating an account. Accounts are required only for certain features such as viewing your purchase history.

Account responsibilities

• You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration;
• You must promptly update your information if it changes;
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password;
• You are responsible for all activities that occur under your Account;
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your Account;
• One Account per person. Sharing accounts is not permitted.

Account suspension or termination

We may suspend or terminate your Account at any time, with or without notice, if we reasonably believe you have violated these Terms, engaged in fraudulent activity, initiated chargebacks for legitimate purchases, or acted in a manner harmful to us or other users.

07.Use of the Services

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, revocable, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to:

• Access and listen to our podcast for personal, non-commercial use;
• Read our blog content for personal, non-commercial use;
• Subscribe to our newsletter;
• Purchase and use digital products in accordance with these Terms;
• Embed our podcast episodes on personal or non-commercial websites using official embed codes provided by our podcast host (Captivate).

This license terminates automatically if you violate these Terms.

08.Prohibited conduct

You agree not to engage in any of the following activities. This list is illustrative and not exhaustive.

• Using the Services for any illegal, fraudulent, or harmful purpose;
• Posting, sharing, or transmitting abusive, defamatory, harassing, threatening, discriminatory, obscene, or hateful content;
• Infringing or violating any intellectual property, privacy, publicity, or other rights of any party;
• Reproducing, distributing, modifying, creating derivative works of, publicly displaying, performing, or selling Content without our prior written permission;
• Using automated systems (bots, scrapers, crawlers, spiders) to access the Services without our written permission;
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Services, other users’ accounts, or our systems;
• Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling any portion of the Services;
• Interfering with, disrupting, or attempting to disrupt the Services or any servers or networks;
• Bypassing, removing, or circumventing any security or access-control measures;
• Removing or altering any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices;
• Using the Services to transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code;
• Harvesting or collecting email addresses, names, or other contact information from other users;
• Impersonating any person or entity, including any of our staff or sponsors;
• Sending unsolicited communications, spam, or chain letters;
• Using the Services to compete with us or for any commercial purpose without our written consent;
• Engaging in any activity that violates applicable export-control laws or sanctions;
• Using our Services to engage in activities that practice veterinary medicine on behalf of others without proper licensure.

We reserve the right (but have no obligation) to monitor, investigate, and take appropriate action against any person violating these provisions, including removing content, suspending accounts, and reporting to authorities.

09.Intellectual property & license

Our content

All Content on the Services — including podcast episodes, audio recordings, written articles, images, graphics, designs, logos, the “Marty & Laura Show” name and brand, the Color Me Pets / Color Me Canine name and book contents, and all related materials — is owned by Dr. Marty Greer, Laura Reeves, or our licensors, and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Reservation of rights

All rights not expressly granted in these Terms are reserved. No license or right is granted by implication, estoppel, or otherwise.

Trademarks

“The Marty & Laura Show,” “Color Me Pets,” “Color Me Canine,” and our logos are trademarks of the Hosts. You may not use these marks without our prior written permission, except for nominative fair use (e.g., referring to our podcast in a review or article). Third-party trademarks (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, Stripe, etc.) are the property of their respective owners and their use does not imply endorsement.

Permission requests

For requests to use Content beyond the limited license granted in Section 7, please contact us at info@martyandlaurashow.com.

10.User submissions

You may submit content to us through email, contact forms, episode topic suggestions, voicemails, social media, or other channels (“Submissions“). When you make a Submission:

• You grant us a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, fully-paid, transferable, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, edit, publish, broadcast, display, distribute, and create derivative works from your Submission, in any media now known or hereafter developed;
• We may use your Submission on the podcast, on our website, in newsletters, on social media, or in any other context related to the Services;
• We are not obligated to use, respond to, or compensate you for any Submission;
• We may edit, abridge, or modify your Submission for clarity, length, or other reasons;
• You represent that your Submission is your original work and does not violate any third-party rights;
• You waive any moral rights or rights of attribution that may apply to your Submission, to the extent permitted by law.

Submissions are not confidential. Do not submit information you wish to keep confidential.

11.Veterinary information disclaimer

No veterinarian-client-patient relationship

Your use of the Services, including listening to the podcast or reading blog content, does not establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) between you and Dr. Marty Greer or any other veterinarian associated with the Services. A VCPR can only be established through an in-person examination of your pet by a licensed veterinarian.

Jurisdictional limitations on veterinary practice

Dr. Marty Greer is licensed to practice veterinary medicine in specific U.S. states. Information shared on the podcast or through other Services does not constitute the practice of veterinary medicine in any jurisdiction. Veterinary regulations vary by state, province, and country — what is appropriate in one jurisdiction may not be appropriate in yours.

Always consult your veterinarian

Before making any decisions about your pet’s health, nutrition, medications, supplements, breeding, training, or behavior based on information from our Services, you must consult your own licensed veterinarian or other qualified professional who has examined your pet and knows their full medical history.

Information may be outdated

Our podcast catalog includes episodes published over multiple years. Veterinary medicine, recommended practices, and product availability evolve. Information presented in older episodes may no longer reflect current best practices. Always verify current guidance with your veterinarian.

Specific topic disclaimers

Medications & treatments

Discussions of specific medications, dosages, supplements, or treatments are educational only. Do not administer any medication, supplement, or treatment to your pet without first consulting your veterinarian. Dosages and protocols vary by species, breed, weight, age, health condition, and other factors.

Nutrition & diet

Diet recommendations discussed on the podcast are general. Your pet may have allergies, sensitivities, or medical conditions that make a particular diet unsuitable. Consult your vet before making dietary changes.

Breeding & reproduction

Breeding decisions have significant health, ethical, and legal implications. Information shared about breeding programs, genetic testing, or reproductive health is general. Consult a licensed reproductive veterinarian for guidance specific to your breeding program.

Behavior & training

Behavior advice is general. For aggressive, dangerous, or persistent behavioral issues, consult a certified veterinary behaviorist or qualified professional trainer. We disclaim liability for any injury or damage resulting from following behavior or training advice.

Toxic substances & emergencies

If your pet has ingested a potentially toxic substance, do not delay seeking help to listen to the podcast or research online. Contact your veterinarian or an emergency clinic immediately.

Reliance at your own risk

Any reliance you place on information from the Services is strictly at your own risk. We disclaim all liability for actions or decisions you make based on Content, including without limitation any harm, injury, illness, or death of any pet or other animal.

12.No professional relationship

Use of the Services does not create any professional relationship between you and the Hosts, including but not limited to:

• No veterinarian-client-patient relationship. See Section 11.
• No attorney-client relationship. Dr. Marty Greer holds a JD and may discuss legal topics related to veterinary practice, breeding, or pet ownership. Such discussions are educational only and do not constitute legal advice. They do not create an attorney-client relationship between Dr. Greer and any listener. For legal advice specific to your situation, consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.
• No fiduciary relationship. We are not your agent, advisor, or fiduciary.
• No medical, behavioral, or training relationship. Information from the Services is not a substitute for in-person professional services.